Description
Book SynopsisThe Compact Oxford English Dictionary for Students is specifically designed to meet the needs of today''s students. With over 144,000 words, phrases, and definitions, it offers comprehensive coverage of current English and is perfect for student reference and everyday study needs. A simple defining style, and a clear colour layout, ensure the dictionary text is accessible and easy to use. Throughout the dictionary text there are notes giving advice on the use of good English, and highlighting the differences between commonly confused words such as empathy and sympathy, and affect and effect, as well as thousands of example phrases showing words in context.The dictionary has been market-tested with both teachers and students. Of particular relevance is the centre supplement, which gives lots of practical information - how to research and take notes, how to write essays, dissertations, reports, and summaries, advice on note-taking and referencing, and preparing CVs and job applications -
Trade Review'The new central section offers useful and accessible guidance on a wide range of student writing matters.' * Anne McGee and Phyllis Creme, Centre for the Advancement of Learning and Teaching, University College London *
Table of ContentsPREFACE; GUIDE TO THE USE OF THE DICTIONARY; COMPACT OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY; CENTRE SECTION: EFFECTIVE WRITING FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER
